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Hiring Range:
The hiring range for this position is $36.50 - $44.50 p/hour. This is the pay scale range Caltrol reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of this posting. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and may vary based on the candidate's geographic region, skills, qualifications, and experience, as well as the position's requirements.
What you'll be doing:
- Perform vibration analysis, laser alignment, on-site balancing, and machinery diagnostics in support of customer callouts and reliability business initiatives.
- Analyze condition monitoring and route-based data and independently prepare technical analysis and findings, recommendations, and report compilation.
- Support Predictive Maintenance (PdM) programs through data collection, analysis, reporting, and utilization of required reliability tools and software.
- Develop and maintain vibration data databases, including route creation, measurement point setup, alarm parameter sets, and fault frequency configuration.
- Collaborate with customers and internal teams through phone consultations, on-site meetings, troubleshooting activities, and acceptance testing.
- Assist customers with machinery and process-related problem solving while identifying opportunities to enhance reliability services and service agreements.
- Mentor and train developing Machinery Analysts while partnering with customers, manufacturers, and cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
What we're looking for:
- • Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Reliability Engineering, or a related technical field required without the minimum experience
- Minimum 4 years’ experience in industrial mechanical, maintenance, reliability or machinery diagnostics.
- Minimum 4 years performing machinery vibration analysis, laser alignment, and component balancing.
- Minimum 2 years of advanced machinery diagnostics and troubleshooting experience, including resonance testing, phase analysis, root cause identification, and development of corrective actions.
- Experience working with rotating equipment and associated driven and driving components commonly found in industrial environments
- Analyzer, Vibration Analysis software (Emerson AMS a plus), Microsoft Word/Excel and Acrobat
- Must work from home, and have a high-speed internet service
- Acceptable driving record, as determined by company insurance and MVR
Preferred qualifications:
- Certified ISO Category 2 Vibration Analyst by an accredited institution
- Strong knowledge of Laser Alignment techniques and coupling configurations
- Strong knowledge of dynamic and static balancing techniques and rotating equipment configurations
- Proficiency with vibration data collectors, condition monitoring software, data collection systems, and standard business software applications.
- Familiarity with leading vibration analysis and machinery health management software platforms.
What we offer:
- A work culture that's not just inclusive, but downright celebratory of diversity
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) plus profit-sharing opportunities
- Generous Paid-Time Off + 12 Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision – all effective 1st day of the month after your hire date
- HSA (with employer contribution) and FSA
- Comprehensive supplementary benefits with a dedicated benefits concierge service
- 24/7 virtual physical access – free and unlimited, for benefit-eligible employees
- Wellness Benefits, including gym and on-demand fitness discounts
- 401(k) with employer match - because your future is just as important as your present
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Company-paid life insurance and buy-up options
- Company paid Short-Term Disability insurance
- Pet discount program
- Student loan repayment match program
- Tuition/education reimbursement
- Professional development opportunities because we believe in investing in greatness.
Expected Hours:
A typical work week will be M-F, 8 to 10 hrs. Overtime, including extended shifts and weekends, may occasionally occur.
Work Environment:
Will primarily work from a home office; Caltrol will provide necessary equipment, but home office setup will be at the employee’s expense. Will occasionally visit customer sites where environments will vary. Sites will be loud, may be warm in summer or cold in winter, and will include both indoor and outdoor sites.
Travel:
Will regularly visit customer sites within the home location 75% of the time. Travel within the larger Caltrol Territory (CA, AZ, NV) 25% of the time.
Physical Demands:
Physical abilities to include climbing ladders, climbing towers, working in confined spaces, working on elevated platforms, and lifting devices. Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
ESOP - The Ownership Advantage:
Caltrol is proud to be a certified ESOP company, offering an Employee Stock Ownership Plan to reward our most valuable assets, our people. Caltrol’s culture centers on ownership. Employees are given a license to act. They think and act like owners because they are owners. Caltrol is committed to setting our employee-owners up for success through training, an inclusive and supportive team-driven culture, and empowering them to consistently deliver exceptional customer experiences. We also value giving back to the communities we serve. Through both company and employee contributions, we support nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and other local initiatives.
Learn more here: Caltrol ESOP
Benefits Designed for You and Your Family:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employee-owners’ overall health, financial future, and long-term success.
- Profit-sharing opportunities
- 401(k) with employer match
- Generous paid-time off +12 paid holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision – all effective 1st day of the month after your hire date
- Free and unlimited virtual care access to a dedicated physician through AstroDoc
- HSA (with employer contribution) + a FSA
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company paid short-term disability
- Wellness benefits, including gym and on-demand fitness discounts
- Pet discount program – because pets are part of the family
- Student loan repayment match program
- Tuition/education reimbursement
- Professional development opportunities because we believe in investing in greatness.
See more here: Benefits at Caltrol
Work Environment/Schedule:
This job is performed primarily at home and at customer sites. When at home, the employee is responsible for setting the work environment to their needs. When on customer sites, the environments will vary. Sites can be loud, may be warm in summer or cold in winter, and may include both indoor and outdoor sites. Customer sites will require the use of Personal Protection Equipment, which will vary, but at a minimum will include safety shoes, gloves, hearing protection, and safety glasses (Provided by Caltrol).
Physical Demands:
Work is performed mostly in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Prolonged periods of sitting. A standing desk may be available if requested. Must have the ability to lift and carry small parcels, packages, and other items, to walk short distances, and drive a vehicle and/or fly to customer sites within the Caltrol territory. While on site, employee may need to climb or bend, and may occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Travel:
70% of the job involves travel; most travel will occur within Northern California, or the larger Caltrol territory (CA, AZ, NV), including Bakersfield and the California Central Valley. Travel will require some overnight stays.
Other Duties:
This job listing is not designed to cover or include a comprehensive list. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time based on business needs.
Caltrol is deeply committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is respected, treated fairly, and given equal opportunities to perform to their fullest potential. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe diversity and inclusion are critical to our success, and we actively recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Reasonable accommodation is available to candidates and employees with disabilities to ensure they can perform essential job functions effectively.
